can you use metal with these pans?? and are these better than the infinite ones
34915
yes you can use metal with these pans, I'm not familiar with infinite - I've had for a while, hold up well
34916
they say you can and i have used them on mine and nothing has happened but mind you i dont scrape it either and about the other name brand I cant answer if they are better have not used the other ones but i do know that some of the smaller pans do have a hard time working maybe they are to small to comnect with cook top not sure
34917
I've used this cookware for about six months and have used metal utensils, sparingly and gently, without harm. I haven't used 'infinite' cookware so I have no opinion on that. My wife and I agree that this is the best cookware we've ever used. It is sturdy, well proportioned, comfortable to handle, distributes heat well, and cleans beautifully with little effort. The only 'gripe' possible, in my experience, is that fond doesn't develop well since nothing sticks to the pans. I'll live with that downside happily.
34918
They say you can use metal with these pans but I wouldn't. Occasionally we have inadvertently used metal (or our older children have used metal) and nothing has happened. In my experience the only pans that stand up to constant metal use is stainless steel. These pans are great so far. I'm not familiar with the infinite ones. We bought ours several months ago and they have worked very well. You can also wash these in the dishwasher but again, I wouldn't. Occasionally we don't have time to clean by hand so we put them in the dishwasher for a quick cleaning (e.g. right before going on vacation), but generally we clean them by hand. They say you can use metal with these pans but I wouldn't. Occasionally we have inadvertently used metal (or our older children have used metal) and nothing has happened. In my experience the only pans that stand up to constant metal use is stainless steel. These pans are great so far. I'm not familiar with the infinite ones. We bought ours several months ago and they have worked very well. You can also wash these in the dishwasher but again, I wouldn't. Occasionally we don't have time to clean by hand so we put them in the dishwasher for a quick cleaning (e.g. right... » Read More They say you can use metal with these pans but I wouldn't. Occasionally we have inadvertently used metal (or our older children have used metal) and nothing has happened. In my experience the only pans that stand up to constant metal use is stainless steel. These pans are great so far. I'm not familiar with the infinite ones. We bought ours several months ago and they have worked very well. You can also wash these in the dishwasher but again, I wouldn't. Occasionally we don't have time to clean by hand so we put them in the dishwasher for a quick cleaning (e.g. right before going on vacation), but generally we clean them by hand. « Show Less
283482
No, you can not use metal utensils on it. I use all plastic or wood. I really like using these pans. They are the best I've ever used. I've even burned food in them and they clean up really easy.
765809
I have had sheet pans made of both, but recently decided I don't like aluminized steel. It rusts! I'll stick to aluminum from now on.
2134994
Depends on whether the pans are metallic or plastic, it comes with metal stickers that you can stick to the bottom if they are not metallic.
414775
These pans are aluminum.. NON FERROUS. So they will NOT WORK with induction... they do not have magnetic qualities which is required for induction cooking. Sorry N. McWilliams, Aluminum isn't ferrous (containing iron).
2148738
I do not use metal on mine. I love the pots and pans but do think metal would scratch them.
10750
Shouldn't be a problem. So far (I've owned these pans for a couple of months), these are the best non-stick pans I have ever owned.
782746
These are metal with a non-stick finish, not silicon or rubber. I have not tried them in the oven, but I have absolutely no doubt that they will hold up fine in the oven. Nonetheless, as always, do not subject non-stick cookware to broiling, or to temps above 500 degrees.
370006
While I have not tested mine with metal utensils, I would not recommend metal. Use a good plastic spatula. I use mine for pancakes and it is great. Heats very evenly.
645366
Yes. The aluminum is fairly thin and can bend or be dented fairly easily, so a bit of care is required. Knives and forks scratch the surface. Thicker stainless pans might be better if you plan to use the pan frequently or anticipate rough handling.
2268727
I would say no to using metal spoons. I have had these pans for several years now and have always used non-metal utensils on them. I also keep them stacked with a paper towel in between to prevent scratching. With these precautions they have not had any scratches and are great pans.
1240218
For All-Clad pans with a stainless surface, you may use metal or other types of utensils. Obviously you don't want to apply too much pressure, to avoid scratching. But metal utensils are not harmful to the surface. On All-Clad nonstick, you want to use something other than metal such as silicone or wood.
1545687
You can use these pans as you would any others. I use them for every method of cooking and absolutely love them.
1882367
My pans do not say "stainless steel". I expect that they are not--perhaps a heavy aluminum. Best pans I've ever used!
49759
You can use metal utensils. I still have so many plastic, and you can still use those. Just don't leave them near the heat or touching surfaces very long.
1439236
In my opinion you can use stainless, wood or silicone utensils with a SS pan. When using metal utensils try to avoid scratching the cooking surface however.
158054
the pans must contain ferrus metal to work. To check a pan, see if a magnet will stick to the bottom of the pan. If it does, the pan will work